boots were worn only for a few 1 hour tuesday night skimo races at brighton. all buckles/straps/boa system is in good working order. no funky smells with the liner. i’m selling because i bought the wrong size.

DESCRIPTION:

The SCARPA Alien Boots employ some radical technology to obtain a race weight at a reasonable price. With walkability similar to hiking boots and skiability similar to heavier kit, the Aliens are quickly becoming a go-to boot for skimo racers and light and fast tourers.

SCARPA designed these with a more comfortable last than other lightweight boots, and used a BOA closure system instead of a buckle in the forefoot. This allows you to get a precise fit over your instep without consulting a boot doctor with a heat gun. The laced upper buckle system is integrated into the walk/ski mode switch so you can transition between uphill and downhill modes in one simple step. Once pointed downhill, the Alien Propulsion Tech frame provides a sturdy platform for driving skis harder than you would think for a 2 pound boot.

Flexible waterproof sheathing around the ankle helps keep snow off the liner.
A single-throw buckle so you can switch quickly between walk and ski modes.
Adjustable forward lean allows you to choose your stance at either 9 or 13 degrees.
Full 60 degree range of motion in walk mode lets you actually run uphill (or down if the need arises).
Moldable Intuition linerswrap securely around your foot with a BOA closure system.
Vibram “UFO” soles are the perfect ride for Aliens, providing 360 degrees of durable traction on sketchy terrain.
Secure yet comfortable 99mm of forefoot last.
made in italy